Sissoko admits he wants central Newcastle role

Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko admits he's being played out of position by manager Steve McClaren.

Sissoko was also asked about his preferred position after being fielded as a right winger for much of the season so far.

He told Le Parisien: “Everyone knows my preferred position is in the middle. This is where I express myself the best and where I get most marks.

“But if I play on the right at Newcastle I do it without grumbling."

And when asked if he had improved as a player since signing from Toulouse two years ago, Sissoko said: “In Toulouse I already had the profile of a box to box player.

“In England I learned to continue my efforts for 90 minutes. I have matured and my performances are more constant.

“In terms of assists I have done OK but I need to improve in terms of finishing.

“I've had lots of opportunities but not scored."